# The DA says Eastern Cape Premier Oscar Mabuyane must declare a provincial state of disaster after devastating floods have killed at least 70 people. Hundreds of families are homeless, and damage to homes, schools, and hospitals is extensive, while 500-thousand residents remain without electricity. The DA’s Vicky Knoetze criticised the slow government response and called for urgent action to speed up relief efforts and get aid to those in need:
DA urges Eastern Cape premier to declare state of disaster as flood death toll hits over 70 [SOUND]
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